Colorado Movement Lab

Westminster, 9910 Wadsworth Pkwy #100, Westminster, CO 80021 | ★ 5 (31 Review)

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About the Club

Welcome to Colorado Movement Lab (CML), where dance merges with body science, art, and the potentiality of movement. With superb training in multiple dance forms, extensive kinesthetic expertise, a devotion to individualized attention, and a spirit of invention, we create an environment where innovation and tradition harmoniously coexist.

A new approach to movement through dance classes for toddlers, kids, teens, and adults of all ages and levels.

Let's partner together to curate your dance journey!​

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Adam Trojanowski

★ 5

If you are a parent looking for the absolute best for your kids, you've found it.

I have watched Julia Wilkinson Manley and her team at CML (and her previous Conservatory) welcome, teach, support, love, mentor, correct, shape, and encourage my two children over the course of the last fourteen years or so. It is not an overstatement to say that the kids are the humans they are because of Julia and CML. They are also amazing dancers thanks to the team at CML, their long-time third space, their other home. Thanks, Julia and CML!

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christina gurule

★ 5

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Sofia Levina

★ 5

Wonderful place, people, studio and energies!!
Waiting to come back!!

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Kai Rasmussen

★ 5

From the first time I walked into CML as an adult returner after having a stroke, I have experienced nothing but supportive teachers and amazing community. A lot of studios talk big about offering adult classes, but don’t follow through; not so at CML! Multiple offerings each day, and every teacher is top-notch. My dance classes are better than any physical and occupational therapy I’ve ever had.

My can’t miss classes are healing ballet with Rebecca, Modern with Chris, and tap with Caitlin (a new and excellent addition!). Adults are folded into the community instead of being an afterthought. I heard a young dancer recently describe CML as being her safe space, and I agree - it’s a safe space that encourages creativity and risk-taking, equality (no one person is better than anyone else), and friendship. I have dance friends of all ages and abilities at CML, and it is by far my favorite place to go every time I have class.

Keep up the excellent work, CML gang!

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Heather Sutton

★ 5

The adult program is on point! Every class is top notch. Shout out to Rebeca, her classes are so dope! Her combinations are challenging and her energy is better than a cup of coffee! There is so much support and care at CML. I’m always happy I went to class!

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Cameron Rosén

★ 5

If you or anyone you know is remotely interested in dance, this is the place to be. The entire studio is incredibly inclusive, and the teaching staff is phenomenal. On top of that, the performances they put out for nutcracker and their May festival are absolutely next level. Definitely check it out!

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Krys Barbee

★ 5

My daughter, Adia had been dancing since she was 3 at the Arvada Center. We were looking for new places for her to dance for more experience and more opportunities. We found CML, which has been completely amazing for us. Adia has learned so much more there. CML has been very good to her. They have such amazing and experienced instructors that take the time to really help Adia grow as a dancer. We have found a dancing home for Adia and she loves it there. We can't see her dancing anywhere else.

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Ethan Cowan

★ 5

Colorado Movement Lab is a great community of dancers and teachers. I have enjoyed both adult ballet classes and contemporary movement classes there. I came to dance later in life and the folks at CML make me feel really welcome as an adult beginner. The studios are really beautiful and the place just has really good vibes, like very supportive and not judgmental at all. Plus there are some amazing, inspiring dancer-teachers there as well.

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Poidogs Family

★ 5

I have been taking adult ballet classes for more than 35 years. Julia at CML is my go-to Saturday morning class. At 9 am it’s a little early after a long work week but worth it. Julia’s exercises are purposeful, thoughtful, and wonderfully musical. She takes a very holistic approach to teaching dance. It’s unusual and very nurturing. The class level is listed as beginner/intermediate but leans intermediate. FYI: the main studio has no mirror (except for a small one in the back). It’s a little strange at first but also liberating.

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Amy Ryser

★ 5

My high schooler aged dancer made the decision to move to CML. She speaks so highly of the instruction and how kind and welcoming everyone is. As a parent, I too appreciate the kindness, the ability to join this dance community. It is awesome to see dancers of all ages and everyone's ability welcomed. If you are new to dance or a seasoned dancer this is the place to be.

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Mary Katherine Connacher

★ 5

I would give it 10 stars if I could. Wonderful staff, caring community, and top notch dance training. I highly recommend for little kids who are taught with love in a structured class. For older kids, it is great for the positive and encouraging environment. And adults should come drop in for classes too. The studio space is as beautiful as the hearts of the staff. Come check it out, you will not regret it.

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Linda Buss

★ 5

Colorado Movement Lab arose from the ashes of a prior iteration, emerging stronger. The instructors are world class, offering challenging yet achievable instruction for adults in the ballet arts. If you are looking for an adult class, consider CML as your first choice.

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ashley .mckillop

★ 5

We just started our daughter here (4 years old) and are so excited about the community and their philosophy.

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Ivy Johnson

★ 5

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Millicent Meng

★ 5

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Uma Bunny

★ 5

As an adult dancer with no prior ballet I have found CML to be welcoming. Each teacher has imparted the technical information necessary to be successful, and has encouraged me to express myself in movement.

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Alexis Ball

★ 5

CML is a gift to our community. With award winning and accomplished leadership and faculty, this is a beautiful place to train, whether you are a professional, a beginning student or anyone in between. Run, don't walk, to this amazing studio and explore your passions to move in this nurturing and inspiring community.

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Daan Jaspers & Maya Dobbelaere

★ 5

I love these people! So passionate and determined. The founders are an established passionate team of dance educators that have created a new place with big exciting plans and unique aproaches. Every human, any age with a passion for dance is welcome here! It's a super fun, supportive, creative and incredably loving team.
My favorite class is adult modern, it's like a teenage dream come true to attend them, eventhough I'm not so good at it. I love the movements, the focus and the brainpower I use for it. But I also love the discipline and focus of the ballet classes to support my movements and understanding for other classes. It's an awesome synergy. I'm so happy and lucky that they are located so close to me. MD

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Brady Kinsey

★ 5

Colorado Movement Lab is the best!!!!! Passionate teachers and a great environment

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Sophie Trojanowski

★ 5

Colorado Movement Lab is a fantastic organization whose values of vulnerability, authenticity, and empathy create a healthy and supportive environment for dancers of all ages and skill levels to train. The faculty at CML is extremely experienced and well qualified to ensure that dancers feel safe exploring and expressing curiosity in dance classes and in the process of learning about movement. I have trained with CML’s faculty for 10 years and have not once had a bad experience- these are people who are truly kind, knowledgeable, and care deeply for their students’ wellbeing and the quality of their training. Julia Wilkinson Manley is an outstanding leader and there is no one who better embodies the vision of CML than she. I can enthusiastically recommend CML and its dance classes to anyone- all ages, all levels, Colorado Movement Lab is for you.

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Shannon J

★ 5

Our daughter took pop-up classes this summer leading up to regular fall classes and after every class has so much positivity to share about the experience. She feels welcomed, receives a high level of instruction, and appreciates the diversity of instructors and dance styles. As parents, we know that CML will treat her as an individual, taking the time to understand her goals and to provide her a supportive, safe environment in which to learn. Most invaluable to us is that as she matures she has a community of fellow dancers, teachers, and staff that provide her a nurturing and encouraging community to grow within, whatever path she decides to take.

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Kristin Field-Macumber

★ 5

This studio is led by some truly outstanding dance faculty! I have been dancing with them as an adult for almost 10 years now, and my daughter for 10 years - we can't quite find enough good things to say about them. Their care and attention to detail when teaching makes every class a unique learning experience. And they're fun, too!!

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Nicole Dominic

★ 5

CML has been our dance family for 5 years now. The impact the teachers, staff, and leadership team have had on my daughter reaches far past the ballet studio. Her confidence and emotional well being has also been fostered and supported. They truly take care of each dancer and get to know them on a personal level in order to help them reach their goals within dance. The students themselves are supportive, inclusive, accepting, kind, empathetic, and work very hard to be role models for one another. CML has created an environment that allows all kids to thrive and have a safe place of belonging and acceptance. We are so lucky to be a part of this community.

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Lindsay Roberts

★ 5

Highly educated, experienced, dedicated dance teachers/professionals! Inclusivity, openness, vulnerability are some main factors that they have brought to the forefront of dance education. I cannot recommend highly enough! Love dancing with Chris, David and Julia and look forward to all the other people to work with in the future!

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Jennifer Meng

★ 5

CML is a great place to learn and develop dance skills and ability. We absolutely love this amazing community!

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Lucinda Zastrocky

★ 5

A fantastic group of people full of knowledge and passion for dance. CML has created an inviting and inspiring environment with the highest quality instruction. I am so grateful for the training and mentorship I have received from this team of people and have witnessed the positive impact it has had on me as I navigate my career in dance. Go move, groove, and learn at CML!

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Teri Greenhoe

★ 5

Upon moving to Colorado last year, we were in search of a dance community that could elevate our young daughter's skill and continue to ignite her passion for classical ballet and other dance. This amazing faculty has done just that in tremendous ways! The extensive dance background of each instructor is so impressive, and it really shows in their teaching. I truly believe this studio offers a student everything they need to take dance to the very highest level if they so wish, but more importantly CML fosters an inclusive environment where one can flourish in their own unique way. We are so thankful for CML!

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shermay battin

★ 5

Best teachers and kind human being . I have been learning from them over ten years . They are professional and sympathetic. They are the artists by heart. I can’t wait for the bright future of Colorado movement lab .

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Melody H

★ 5

Amazing faculty and team that sincerely care about the students, the community, and movement arts. Over the years, this wonderful team has created a vibrant community, many young dancers have gone on to professional careers in dance, and they offer many performance opportunities for youth and adults. As a former dancer who continues to dance and believe that there is no age limit to dance and move, I am grateful for this wonderful school and community.

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Bergen Wheeler

★ 5

Great faculty, great spaces, and amazing classes that keep me in dancing shape as a professional dancer.

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Kayla Acker-Carter

★ 5

Lovely teachers and such a warm welcoming environment. I love dancing here and can't wait to be back to take class with them again! Not many places offer an inclusive and wide range of adult dance classes but CML does! I can't hype them up enough!

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